Let the Zebras cross the road

Our envirnomental consciousness quotient seems to be searing to new heights. This week has been a great time for the environ-enthus, as Taiwan closes a stretch of a Highway to leave way for migrating butterflies. Taking this issue back home, I could see herds of buffaloes being driven across the Velacherry road twice everyday. One thing I like about these animals is that they are never afraid of the traffic. They take their own time to cross the road, not even fearing the dreaded Municipal truck. On the contrary, the spotted deers at the Guindy park have been helpless, falling prey to road accidents. It's heartening that no such accident took place in recent times. However, spotted deers are sighted on roads now and then. Something has to be done. Needless to say, dogs are the most neglected species when it comes to road safety. And roads seem to be the open air grounds to dispose dead animals. I'm not joking. I took extreme care not to step over a couple of cute kittens killed and thrown on the road. It was a bit tough, but I made sure that my shoe didn't lose its shine of polish.

Ringtones with a message

Conservationists can now make the message ring in the ears of those at the other end. Ringtones imitating the sounds of endangered species have been introduced recently, in a desperate attempt to create awareness about the dwindling number of these species which are in utmost danger. Imagine yourself listening to an African elephant or a Golden Lion Tamarin reminding you of its endangered status. Won't that be a wake up call?